Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about this weekend’s lights switch on and Christmas markets event… What time will the Christmas lights be switched on? The Christmas lights will be switched on at 6pm on Saturday. We’ve seen quite a few people say it will be 7pm, but this is incorrect. Stage entertainment…
Boyband supergroup, Boyz On Block, will be dazzling Darwen with their combined talents at the 2021 lights switch on! Blackburn with Darwen Council, Darwen Town Centre and Darwen Town Council are thrilled to be bringing you a weekend of festive cheer and family fun, for Darwen’s Christmas lights switch on. A weekend of festive fun…
Two of Darwen Market’s popular stall holders are tying the knot this weekend…and not to each other! Verity from Rushton’s and Jackie from Deli Carlo are marrying their respective partners Dean and Steve on Saturday 9th October. Both couples are keeping their celebrations local. Jackie and Steve are getting married at Whitehall Hotel & Distillery.…
There is a fun filled weekend of events coming up in Darwen Market Square on 11th & 12th September. You can be entertained by the magic giant bubbles that were so popular over the summer holidays – sessions by our wonderful bubble-ologist will take place at 10am, 12pm & 2pm. Plus, highly acclaimed theatre company,…
Vincent & Valerie is an award winning natural skin care brand based at The Brookside Salon in Darwen. Stephanie and Emma, Directors at Vincent & Valerie, got in touch to let us know that they have won three awards at the 2021 Free From Skincare Awards – what a great achievement! We wanted to share…
Let’s Make’s brand new programme of free children’s events has begun! The events are all taking place on Darwen Market Square, with most happening between 12pm and 3pm (check poster below). Activities range from Magical Story Jars sessions, circus workshops, dancing, face painting and more – there’s certainly something for every child to get involved…
Non-essential retail is back! Darwen shops are now able to open their doors and welcome customers both new and old. Now is an important time to support your local independent businesses – businesses that make Darwen unique and a great place to shop. We caught up with our fantastic #shopdarwen participants to see what their…
We’re all keen to save money and create less waste when it comes to everyday meals, especially right now. Shopping savvily is even more important while we’re going out as little as possible, and although it can be a little tricky to only shop once a week, it can help you to be more shrewd…
When 2020 began, no-one would have dreamt that we would have spent the majority of our year at home for our own safety, and the serious ramifications this would bring both for people’s livelihoods and wellbeing. It has been tough for many people and it will be a long road to recovery in all senses…
Shopping locally is a simple thing you can do to support your local economy and community throughout the challenging times were are facing. It’s always important to shop small, but now more than ever, local independent businesses in Darwen need your support. The #shopdarwen scheme is ongoing, and there are numerous ways you can enter…